9 Scams Travel to Thailand, how to avoid and enjoy your trip to Thailand

[@ameralgharaballi3516]

You're an honest and a respectable gentleman 🙏 You don't have to be ashamed of telling the truth, scamers exist in every country in the world, bad people come in all colors and ethnicities, sadly. You're doing an amazing job to promote Thailand and Bangkok specifically 👏 keep up the good work

[@cellphonesagas1442]

Thank you! One thing to add about the jet ski scam... they will put temporary paint and when you go off riding, the water will wash away that paint and expose damage. So my personal opinion is to not ride jet ski in Thailand at all.

[@savvasbambos2669]

Wtf😱😱😱 They really do that 🤔🤔 That's real crookie😏

[@janejohnson160]

Thanks ❤

[@biggooseadventures]

13:23 it there

[@tieroneasset678]

Now in patong they are doing the same thing with e-foil rentals

[@natalymartinez3299]

Omg!! 😮that’s terrible

[@pauliepaulie6588]

This guy is awesome & honest that really cares about his country & just wants people to have a good time in his country

[@ellegantbrille]

I used Grab during my stay in Bangkok. I felt safer using the grab application rather than getting in a conventional taxi

[@Goodmorningmythical]

Grab is a rip off!

[@topshelfmike]

@@Goodmorningmythicalhow so?

[@quincyontour]

​@@Goodmorningmythical what is the better option?

[@friendforu2121]

Bolt any day

[@anniew.4545]

Grab can cost more then taxi..one time Grab quote 130 thb but metered taxi only cost 70+ thb

[@wagasoolore]

As a Thai citizen I feel shameful about these kind of people !!! I think this would be good info for all foreigners that going to Thailand :-)

[@michaelmaier5961]

As a Thailand Loving Tourist, from Germany, spending so far quite a year in Thailand at around 20 Visits, i want to say that i got only one time scammed a little Bit. So Thai people are way more fair and friendly to tourists than any other country in my opinion. I happily spend some Money in Thailand and i am grateful to be Welcome in your country 🙏

[@ahnphier]

It's not a Thai thing. Scammers, thieves, bad people exist everywhere. there are WAY MORE good people in Thailand than bad people

[@tmnta]

My friends and I had been scammed by a taxi driver and his gang at the Damnoen Saduak floating market. We were charged 2000 Baht per person for the boat ride and the boat driver keep stopping at every shop along the way and make complaint to his friend when we didn't buy anything during the boat trip. We even had to push him to send us back to the boat station after we knew that we had been scammed. On the way back, I complaint to the Taxi driver but he act stupid saying he didn't know them.

[@thetradernextdoor]

It still exist. Today they tried to fool me too

[@mizzy115]

Yup same thing happened to me

[@eithneoconnor221]

I am delighted to see an honest video from a Thai gentleman. I ❤️Thailand and it’s people but, yes, you have got to be aware of scams, constantly. There is good and bad everywhere. First visit to Thailand I fell for the TukTuk scam, I have been back many times but have never fallen for a scam since. I love the country so much that I am moving to Bangkok in 2024. 🇮🇪

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@Veronica.A.]

Apart from the scams, I found Thailand very amazing. Thais in general are very welcoming and as a solo woman traveller, I felt very safe.

[@MarkFerguson-e6d]

I’ve been in a taxi in Bangkok that every time he pressed the horn the meter went up 50 baht. When we stopped I reached over and pressed the horn a few times. I told him I’m calling the police and only paid for half the meter cost.

[@Noktackey1]

Wow! Good to know, never had a clue about this before....thank you !

[@Ravy.G]

Good tip 💡

[@Sandeepchemicals]

Useful news

[@saadalharbi5513]

Some of my friends had experienced some of those scams, this video is really helpful, thank you so much friend

[@anme7976]

Thanks for your video friend, I should have seen this video in 2015 :D . I visited Thailand in 2015, and I met with a Tuk Tuk scammer when I went to Grand Palace. He charged me about 500 Bahts from Pratunam market to Grand Palace but he dropped me off before Grand Palace and asked me about another 100 bahts to take me in front of the entrance. I was scared of him and traveled alone to Thailand. That's why I decided to drop and apologize him that I didn't have enough money and to take 45bahts instead of 100bahts. Then I took a taxi when I back to Hotel, the taxi driver charged me only 200 bahts. That Tuk Tuk was a bad experience for me in Thailand. But some people are so kind and helped me a lot in my visit.

[@tbadj649]

Thank you for your channel. You should feel good about the content you produce; because in addition to helping tourists, you are also helping the Thai economy (by preventing negative tourist experiences). Keep up the great videos!

[@Clanjade22]

Been to the grand palace twice, both times, folks outside said “there is a monk ceremony and it’s closed until noon, but will take me all over”. Seemed like a good deal. However when my thia wife showed up, they just walk away. Second time I had a whole group with me, and wife showed up 8 mins later, I could see there disappointment. The tour guide I got was amazing though right outside the gate.

[@whateverbefore]

Love your channel! Found it while looking up current rates of tourist SIM-cards :) You give really great advice for newbies to Thailand. I am a foreigner myself, but I have lived, studied and worked quiet some years in Thailand. Sometimes, people in tourist locations still try to scam me. It's actually funny if you start speaking thai to them then. They will stop immediately and sometimes even say that they are sorry. Actually, I even met nome really nice scammers that just try to make a living. Thailand is sometimes even lovely when people try to scam you :)

[@robd5886]

Thanks for the advice. Got taken 'for a ride' by a taxi driver once when I asked him to take me to the Hard Rock Cafe. He drove me around for over an hour and when I complained, he said he didn't know where it was. I just got out of the taxi and gave him the $800 that was on the meter. Really left a bad taste in my mouth and never use taxis in any country if I can avoid it.

[@friendforu2121]

Thanks a lot for this awareness brother.. I would recommend people to use BTS and taxi apps like bolt for everyday commute.. BTS is so very well connected.. I have been to BKK so many times and never ever took tuktuk even once..Also that Go Go bar scam is a real stuff happening too often especially if you are alone.. Overall just stay in your senses and enjoy Thailand.. It's my favorite country.. Just love it ❤

[@TB5749]

Me and my friend got into the palace scam about 10 year ago when travel to bangkok. Exactly what you said! Thank you for sharing the tips allow more tourist to be aware 🙏

[@cocoaswann2095]

Thank you for this video, Friend! It's not a pleasant topic, but it's very useful for us, as American tourists. It's unfortunate, but I think one of the problems is that too many folks shut off their "common sense" when travelling abroad for vacation.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Enjoy you time in thailand 🇹🇭, don’t forget to check out others VDO as well

[@Antares2]

Being jet-lagged, maybe drunk and overwhelmed by new experiences will always make people less aware.

[@bgriffinkalua6566]

Do you offer tour services visas and hotel booking​@@friendsfromthailandtravelguide

[@flynnstravelvideos]

Seems we were quite lucky when we took a taxi to our hotel in Bangkok. I approached a Taxi and asked how much it is to our hotel. We then agreed on a price and he drove us there (he first stopped at the wrong place, as he mistook the hotel for another one, but then still drove us to our hotel and only asked for the price we agreed on), but other than that we just took the BTS skytrain 😁 thanks for this interesting video, it's definitely good to know what to watch out for

[@natashamaria6971]

I have visited Singapore, Dubai, india and several other places and these are common all over the world. Thank you for being honest and transparent❤ There are hard working people who charge farely for their services and we shouldn't be judging a whole lot of people just based on a few scammers.

[@zer0plastica]

Taxi drivers are always the worst scammers all over the globe, not only in Thailand!! 😆 No worries! 😉 Thanks for your super useful tips!! 🙏🏻

[@Antares2]

Also, let me add my advice that is valid for every place in the world. If you realize you have been scammed or are about to be scammed: Don't get angry and start swinging your fists. It will not solve anything and is guaranteed to get you into a lot of trouble. Not only will the scammers have a bunch of friends nearby, but the police will arrest you as well. Just don't do it. I live life the same way I drive a car: defensively. And it really works.

[@Mrr7oka]

Thanks, bro, You are the most honest man not only in Thailand (the most beautiful country and people), but in the world , ❤

[@CaitieandIsaac]

Just arrived in Bangkok today! Thank you and will be as aware as possible to avoid certain things!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Check out my others vdo all useful

[@travelvibesTVwithRussellAustin]

How are you liking it!?! Think I may visit next year!!

[@gentleman2410]

Very helpful tips. I been scammed many times as a tourist, but not yet in Thailand. Be wary of scamming on tourists.

[@lynnkamsani]

Thanks Shaun!! This is why I always take BTS/MRT or GRAB in Thailand only. So far so good! Was in Bangkok last week!!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Where you from, Lynn

[@lynnkamsani]

@@friendsfromthailandtravelguide Hi Shaun! Im from Singapore! 🇸🇬❤️

[@neilgarbutt3530]

Very brave and nice of you to make people aware of.. common sense should prevail , but even then , it is always possible to be fooled !!! Your English is good , keep learning and stay safe 👍

[@brian3809]

Thank you for your kindness to share, we as tourist appreciate it a lot. You're a great content creator. Keep it up!

[@SB4me]

Thank you Chon! So nice to have a local like you to teach us foreigner that want to visit your country. I hope to see you in a few days.

[@lindatan7242]

Shaun, you are very good and kind. Love your video! Hope to see more good videos from you. Stay safe.

[@missjewelz5076]

I was not really planning to take a TukTuk for transportation. But I experienced the scam EXACTLY the way I described it. Initial agreement was 100 Baht. But once we reached Central World, the driver told me its 200 Baht. I remember that I only agreed to 100 Baht, never two hundred Baht. At the same time, I immediately recalled the info I gained from this video which I watched prior to my Thai journey. So I insisted on my correct change instead of the 'new' price, and was glad the driver gave me 400 Baht to my 500 Baht (unfortunately, no small change that time)

[@thomaslee3396]

1st taxi driver;Ratchadamri bts station to National Stadium bts -200 baht 2nd driver by meter(same distance)-51baht.

[@madzd3363]

Me and my friends were victim of taxi scam if you speak english they will not use meter and just give you ride cost 100 baht for 1.5km long ride. Also, tuk tuk scam they charge so much.

[@Cyberoverdose888]

Good morning Khun Chon! Can I request turning on your subtitles/closed captions? You could have a wider audience with your vlogs if the readers can substitute their native language therefore being able to understand your video. I do hope you can as I can see a lot of viewers like myself are enjoying your vlogs. Good luck and best to you!🙏

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

I will.

[@rosileneballesteros5023]

We went there in 1997, the taxi driver made stopover on 3 stores a clothing store, a jewelry store and silk store on our way to the tourist spot.

[@Apex1337]

RESPECT to you Sir, thank you for bringing awareness to the new visitors because nobody likes to be scammed.

[@michaelmaier5961]

Thanks for the tipps, my experiences at around 20 visits in Thailand are very, very positive. One of the safest and definitely most friendly countries in the world. I feel there safer than at home in germany. And i like the concept of staying calm and friendly if a problem occures, to my experience it always could be solved that way

[@Ravy.G]

I had a Taxi scam two times when I was traveling in BK a few years ago! Same as you said meter doesn't work! lol

[@travelvibesTVwithRussellAustin]

Good info. The thing is, most of these scammers would make that additional money in tips if you’re nice enough and provide a good service. No need to scam

[@thamilubisi7884]

I'm from South Africa, going to be visiting Thailand for the very first time, this video has been very informative. thank you❤

[@vinzbeans8635]

P'chon, you deserve more than just a simple like, your honesty about the real situation that sometimes happens in bangkok is commendable!Thanks for sharing..

[@christeeantony]

Respect Man. Keep up the good work. Thailand is actually a beautiful place but alot of people want to make money in any way and means. Even the foreigner who is living there.

[@victoriamakeup1000]

Thankfully to see your channel may God bless you and your families ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Thank you 🙏 please recommend our channel to friends and family

[@LeakhenaArt]

Thank you so much for give us advices about avoiding scams in Thailand. I always flight to Thailand. As you said there're good n bad people. I almost got scammed by tuktuk. He tried to recommend me and my mom to jewelry shop, but luckily mom didn't want to go as she wanted to shopping at Central world mall. But there are also good tuktuk drivers. They are so kind n respectful as well.After watched your video, I got good advices and I will be more becareful for my next trip. I really appreciated you so much 🙏

[@jaxiologic]

Thnk u so much friend... Coming thailand last week of this month.. thanks for guiding... Would really love to meet u 🙂 love from India ✌🏽👍

[@qiufusheng3058]

He is a honest reliable and trustworthy person.

[@ProudFish-hr6ku]

Thanks

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@GeorgeSenior-lp4nn]

Thank you very much, I have met someone and I'm planning a trip to your beautiful country to visit and get to know her! Your videos are great!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Don’t forget to check others vdo as well

[@KhalidKaabi-y5i]

Really you have my attention and full respect for warning tourists for the scams problems i feel Happy when i Visit thailand because i love thai culture thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@johnbraidwood2081]

Thank you Chon. I'm coming to Thailand for the first time and it is good to know some of the scams that exist. That way I can have a good holiday.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@MsKarmachameleon]

Thanks for giving good tips. . Been to Thailand few times and never liked it because of the scams. I've not been scammed but they tried. Starting with taxi from airport before.

[@Henry72sg]

I am from Singapore, i really respect and salute you of your truth. Sometime big countries normal citizen there trying to survives theirs daily expense (especially have family with Old and Young childrens) hence they comes out with all sort of Scam, Can't Blame them. But as Tourist - before we travel we really need to do lots of homeworks by researching and study the local Goods aand Con to prevent before travel out. Example : Likes Channel and Subcribed your channel, watching your Educational Video clips - make me and my family feel much safer And know where have good place to visit AND MOST Important is "THAI FOOD" Yammy yam yam.. and i like most is you did mentioned those pricing guideline which is very important for tourist to plan and estimate our expenses too. Suggestion only ya - Can introudce some Budget Good Hotel or Motel nearby Pratunam or Chatucha etc... Boosts Up Your Moral: 加油加油加油。。。 Gambatte.... Keep up the Good Merit!....ทำบุญต่อเนื่อง!....Satu Satu Satu! Thank you so much.

[@perlitacandia9353]

Thank you for being honest!

[@LydiaPartosa]

because of your honest vlog, i did not skip your ads hehe

[@VocalCoachDylan]

thank you for your honesty. have a great day my friend :)

[@lucyrivera-porzio8067]

Me & my Sister in law is planing to go in Thailand. By next year and I am glad. That i saw your vlog and watch it till the end. I really appreciate the very important Information. God Bless

[@PvincentRN]

คนไทยค่ะ แต่ฟังเกือบทุกคลิป เนื่องจาก ไม่ได้กลับบ้านนาน แต่จะกลับ soonnnnnnn! รู้สึกเป็นนักท่องเที่ยว ในการกลับไทยรอบนี่ thanks for the info 🙏🙏

[@eileenc6795]

Thank you for addressing scammers. ❤!

[@MarcusFlorida]

In 2015 on my trip to Thailand I only fell for the Tuk Tuk scam once, however it was different than the common scams you mentioned. This time he drop me off in a wrong location. I was going to Wat Traimit but was not sure where in Chinatown it was located. So, know exactly your route or use a map. I had to take another 10 min ride in a motorbike to my final destination. The whole trip was good for videos though. 😅 A piece of advice: things will get way worse if you are going to Indonesia. The nicest and happiest people you will find, but probably way harder to avoid scams when they do happen.

[@nj472]

Here to advocate for Indonesia. Traveld java, east nusa tenggara and bali. Yes there were scammers around but managed to avoid pretty much all (as in 3 encounters) of it by doing research. We got taken to art galleries on foot but just politely declined and that was it. I was way more worried about Thailand because online I read about way more scams than in Java. Also the people where pretty chill about it unlike in Turkey where 13 years back they were relentless and sometimes aggressive.

[@thesaini]

Great advice, and these will apply to any touristy city in the world. Like your insights. !

[@williamtan7912]

Never find love in bars and night places. Better in country side or recommend by friends.

[@paultwiss199]

Good video. I live here and can atest that in the Sukhumvit area and other main tourist areas you have virtually no chance of a taxi driver putting a meter on for a relatively short distance. I have observed that the older drivers and even older tuk tuk drivers are more likely to put the meter on. Even using Apps can be problematic because the drivers do not accept the fare at the price or accept then cancel. As far as relationships go it is much more clear cut; if you have a 'relationship' with a bar girl or other girl working in that side of things then there is very little chance of it being a genuine relationship in the normal Western sense, it is ALWAYS about money and there are many channels providing further detail and stories such as Dan in Thailand and Thailand Bound.

[@sayajinmamuang]

Thankyou for the advice in the video. I also heard someone tell me about the beer scam when you order 5 beers they charge you more then 5. Best way to beat that is just pay as you go. So if you order one beer pay for the beer immediately. If order 2 beers pay for it immediately etc. Makes sense. Anyways that was the advice that was given to me. Hope it helps somebody

[@philoyoong7898]

It take courage to do this video Chun. I admire you and your efforts!

[@Janalysiert]

Man of honor, hope you stay safe! 👍🏼

[@michaelobenita9111]

next week i have a trip to thailand. thanks for this information.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Welcome to Thailand 🇹🇭, check out my others video as well, all useful

[@phamiltonphoto]

You are so brilliant . Thank you. Coming to Hua Hin next week with my wife.

[@sheekingliew5026]

Thank you very much for the information🙏🙏🙏, I am visiting Thailand in January

[@Razieldurgaming]

Just stumbled across this channel after my trip to Bangkok yesterday. Could you also add Floating market boat tour scam? We went to Taling Chan floating market (it was quiet and closed) and this 'boat tour company' offered us 1000 baht (500 baht per person) for a canal tour to Khlong Bang Luak floating market & artist house and then to Bang Wa MRT station. Then we were dropped off at the Artist house and the boat operator asked us to be on standy at the drop off point in 1 hour. Before the 1 hour mark we waited and the boat did not come back. We waited for 2 hours and it never came. Luckily the ladies at the Artist house informed us of the nearest MRT station (Bang Phai) which is 10 minutes walk from the area, and we walked to the Station and went back to hotel.

[@baphometplains]

Great information Chon. but that music drowned out your voice in some places. particularly the end of the info about the tuk tuk. No need for music at all if possible. Thank you from your friend in England:-)

[@cherizevangelista8230]

Thank you sharing. It is wise to get a Grab to get you to your destination. We have been scammed by a taxi driver last August. They are good in sweet talking. Beware of scammer.

[@স্বচ্ছদেশেরস্বপ্ন]

Very important and helpful information for tourist. One time, a lady driver fraud with me about meter to come from Airport to Bangkapi.

[@zer0plastica]

I just saved the turistic - police phone number for my next coming visit there! 😅👮🏻‍♀️ Thank you, Chon!! 🙏🏻

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

👌👍🏻

[@jacktitanic6960]

Thank you for your upload, very helpful as my family is visiting Bangkok next month...APPRECIATE keep up the good work my friend BLESSED and many loves from Singapore !!!

[@wewung2]

TQ for people like you. It gives hope to humanity.

[@jpmusicworks9382]

That's true. I got once. Even i told him I'm not tourist in Thailand. The driver did not on the meter.

[@louishopwood3861]

Very good video, thanks very much!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Check out my others video in the channel as well , all useful and informative

[@Andoy3559]

Thanks for the info. We'll be heading there on March. Quite excited since it's our first time.

[@phoenixson4382]

you are a good man my friend. Thank you for the warning.

[@ryanmartinjanemant4]

P' Chon khob kun krup for the information na. next month i will be stay about 3 weeks in BKK. New subscribers on your chanel

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Thanks 🙏

[@williamliampower3068]

Hello I would like to thank you for all the information you give in your videos its a great help

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

My pleasure 🤟 please recommend this channel to your friends

[@MrKfosa]

Thanks 😅

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

Thank you! You are like "The Honest Guide" from Prague who warns tourists of scams in Czech Republic. I must say I find Thailand very safe and people very honest, much more than in many Western European countries. In Thailand people can feel safe, may be there can be problems with nightlife, I don't know.

[@calvinwong9568]

I also meet many good 👍 kind thai peoples and they very helpful

[@yutthana410]

ขอบคุณครับ ที่ทำวีดีโอแบบนี้ขึ้นมา เพื่อการท่องเที่ยวไทยในระยะยาว ต้องกำจัดมิจฉาชีพพวกนี้ออกไปให้หมด

[@WilliamDeminguet]

Thanks for the tips. I only fell for a scam and that was during my first time traveling. It was in Romania on a plane stop over to Thailand actually. Il lost $100 😢 I have been streetwise ever since

[@MantadSarayo]

Thanks bro. Planning to visit your country in June

[@Iceydeadpeople76]

Thankyou very much my friend for the very good and helpful advices you give to us. I also thinking it is also common sense. I love Thailand, Thailand is my best country to visit. Only little percentage of people are not good, but most people are very good honest people. I cant wait to visit Thailand again my friend. Best advice I can give is to Stay Calm and not to yelling and be stress out.

[@9919S-x6u]

Thank you so much Chon! Very good information. May I ask what brand shirt you are wearing and where I may find those? Thank you. I’ll be there in November 2024.

[@Noktackey1]

I am Thai and i got scammed last time I visited there 😢😂 taxi, beauty salon etc

[@HaharuRecords]

Yes, its not about Thai or any..If one is being a good and kind hearted one, people always try to make the advantage of that.. Its so sad..so sssead

[@hannah5245]

I’m already anxious listening to the dangers/risks of traveling in Thailand. Listening to the background music adds more anxiety!! 😢

[@thomas74london]

ahaha dont....things happens in any places

[@Unplugged704]

Any tourist city around the world… there’s always people ready to take advantage, scam foreigners and tourists…. Not just Thailand.

[@kevinp8108]

@hannah5245 - not everyone in Thailand is there to scam you! I've been there many times and you seldom run into scammers but if you recognize any of these scams from this video just simply say NO THANK YOU and walk away! There are Thai Tourist Police to assist tourists in these scam situations. Some Thai Tourist Police have volunteers from English-speaking countries like the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and Canada. These volunteers are ex-pats who now live in Thailand and are well acquainted with these scams.

[@annchee1329]

I have been watching your videos, and it’s very helpful. Your videos highlights Thailand,the good and the bad. Mi have been scammed in Bangkok with a Tuk Tuk. I love Thailand, esp the delicious food.

[@krudirk1]

Thanks for telling. Keep up the good work. As gentle as you are, a lot of tourists will take your advice travelling to and through Thailand and they get there real experience. More than once, thank you.

[@AGviation]

Appreciate your honesty and courage to share this with us. Khob khun krub!

[@jenniferchang5805]

Hi sawatdikaa j we r watch you all the time ,very nice you very Royal the people thank you 🙏🙏🙏

[@rosacenteno3194]

Ouch..but thanks for.informing us. This is a.precaution to avoid once we visit Thailand. Thank you.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Any time

[@loanthihoang3371]

love ur video . i going to thailand this summer july

[@ANUPAMGOSWAMI-h7j]

you r the best person for guide

[@naungthanttun6726]

Good tips. Thank you.

[@colleengreenthompson6095]

Thank u for your honesty...n being tru to your word ...god bless